1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |